Book description
Harley Laroux's Her Soul to Take (Souls Trilogy, Book 1) emerges as a compelling auditory experience, wherein the audiobook format masterfully amplifies the narrative's visceral tension and dual perspective. The narration, characterized by distinct vocal inflections for Leon and Rae, transforms the text's intricate interplay of lethal precision and supernatural vulnerability into an immersive soundscape. Leon's opening declaration-"I earned my reputation among magicians for a reason: one wrong move and you're dead"-resonates with chilling authority through a voice embodying controlled menace, while Rae's escalating dread, voiced with breathless urgency, effectively conveys her immersion in a world where "monsters are roaming the woods" and "something ancient... is waking up." The audiobook's pacing meticulously balances the protagonist's internal conflict-Leon's faltering resolve as he spares his intended target-and Rae's desperate struggle against a demon whose predatory pursuit extends beyond physical harm to the coveted "soul." This layered tension, rendered through nuanced vocal delivery, prevents the narrative from succumbing to predictable tropes, instead positioning the supernatural threat as an existential force demanding psychological as well as physical engagement. Critically, the audiobook's structure adeptly supports the trilogy's interconnected framework; each character's voice, while distinct, subtly echoes thematic threads that will resonate across subsequent volumes, establishing a cohesive narrative ecosystem within Abelaum. The inclusion of explicit content-sexual scenes, kink/fetish elements, and horror motifs-remains integral to the characters' development and the story's exploration of power dynamics, rather than mere sensationalism. The narrator handles these elements with a restrained, atmospheric tone that aligns with the novel's mature thematic scope, ensuring the audio experience remains focused on narrative depth rather than gratuitous detail. For listeners attuned to sophisticated paranormal romance, Her Soul to Take delivers not merely a story of survival against the supernatural, but a profound examination of trust, control, and the terrifying allure of the unknown, where the most dangerous entity may be the one who chooses not to kill. The audiobook's strength lies precisely in its ability to make the reader feel the weight of Leon's hesitation and Rae's isolation through the very medium of voice, transforming the written word into a palpable, haunting encounter.
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience